College Knowledge
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What does “Cornell Notes” help students do?
Organize and review class notes
What does WICOR stand for?
Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading
What are our school colors?
Red and Black ❤️🖤
What is one option after high school besides college?
Trade school, military, workforce
What type of degree do you earn after 2 years of college?
Associate’s Degree
What’s one effective way to study for an exam?
Flashcards, quiz yourself, teach someone else, etc.
What does “collaboration” mean in AVID?
Working together to reach a goal
Who’s our school mascot?
Bulldogs
What is a résumé?
A summary of your skills, experience, and education
What is a major?
The main subject you study in college
What should you write in the left column of Cornell Notes?
Questions or main ideas
What are tutorials in AVID designed to do?
Help students think critically and ask higher-level questions
Name one annual school event.
Spirit Week, Homecoming, Rally, etc.
What’s one soft skill employers look for?
Communication, teamwork, problem-solving
Name one part of a college application besides GPA.
Essay, letters of recommendation, activities list
What’s the benefit of using a planner?
Helps with time management and deadlines
Give an example of a Costa’s Level 3 question.
Any question requiring evaluation or synthesis
What’s one way to show school pride?
Wear school colors, attend games, support classmates
What is a gap year?
Taking a year off before college to work or travel
What’s the difference between a public and private college?
Public = state-funded, Private = privately funded
What is the difference between studying and cramming?
Studying is spaced over time; cramming is last-minute
What does “SLANT” stand for?
Sit up, Listen, Ask questions, Nod, Track speaker
Who's your AVID 11 teacher?
Mrs. Garcia 😉
What is financial literacy?
Understanding how to manage money and finances